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W126 PRG

2000 Yamaha YQ50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,795 mi
Last recorded2,795 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YQ5010,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 PRG
MakeYamaha
ModelYQ50
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 2,795 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 1,489 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 1,236 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 1,230 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 1,196 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 1,196 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 808 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YQ50?

Based on 34,454 MOT tests across 6,064 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,434
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
6,064
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,796
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,372
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,307
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 969
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 693
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W126 PRG is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YQ50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 10,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YQ50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 2,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W126 PRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YQ50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha YQ50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W126 PRG registered?

W126 PRG is a 2000 Yamaha YQ50, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W126 PRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W126 PRG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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